Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $800 (26 Rentals)

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Fairway View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairway View

6611 Lakewood Dr WUniversity Place, WA 98467
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Bergerson Terrace
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bergerson Terrace

5301 Orchard St WUniversity Place, WA 98467
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Boulder Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Boulder Park

7523 44th St WUniversity Place, WA 98466
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Hidden Hills Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Hills Apartments

3313 72nd Ct WUniversity Place, WA 98466
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Alpine Vistas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alpine Vistas

2422 70th Ave WUniversity Place, WA 98466
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University Place, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Place Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Place area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sundance Apartments priced from $1,225. Valencia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable University Place apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sundance ApartmentsSundance One-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,225
Valencia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Sunset Ridge Apartments1x1 Standard1BR,1BA$1,250
Latitude 47StudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Narrows Ridge ApartmentsOne bedroom with W/D1BR,1BA$1,350
Merrill Creek1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,425
Orchard TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Bridgeview 125StudiosStudio,1BA$1,450
Orchard Crest ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,480
Abbey Lane Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$1,485

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, WA

As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Place area is the $1.71 price per square foot 118 Maple St Model at 118 Maple St in the in the Madrona neighborhood starting from $2,845. The second greatest value University Place apartment is the 2bed 1.5bath Townhouse Model at SoundWest Townhomes starting at $1,795 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the University Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Place apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
118 Maple St118 Maple St3BR,2.5BA$1.71
SoundWest Townhomes2bed 1.5bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.50
Grandview Apartments2 Bedroom 2nd Floor2BR,2BA$1.78
Timbre ApartmentsThe Aspen2BR,2BA$1.83
Park PlaceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.76
Hazelwood Terrace2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.58
Stonegate Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.70
Hillside Glen Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.64
Trellis on OrchardTwo Bedroom One Bath Standard2BR,1BA$1.80
Fir Park Apartments2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.81

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University Place, Tacoma, WA

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Lifestyle Ratings

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Place Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Place?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Place is at Valencia Apartments listed at $1,250.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Place Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Place Apartment is $1,225 at Sundance Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Place Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Place is starting from $1,445 at Sundance Apartments.

What is the most affordable University Place Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University Place Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stonepointe University Place and starts from $2,452.

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